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...been a strong proponent of expanding government support for embryonic stem cell research, backing legislation in the Illinois State Senate to permit the research at state research institutes. His support carried over to the U.S. Senate, when he joined 40 of his colleagues in co-sponsoring a bill to direct federal funding towards embryonic stem cell research...
...others, arguing that the Internet has not only changed how politicians campaign, but also what they tell voters. Hillygus focused on data from the 2004 election to describe the political strategy of “microtargetting,” in which candidates take stances on divisive issues using direct mail and e-mail advertisements, like the purported Castro endorsement, that are tailored to specific voters. “The information environment has changed not only the style of campaigning but also the substance,” Hillygus said. “Candidates are willing to take positions on more divisive...
...It’s something that can sustain their community for generations to come,” Weiblen said. “There’s a direct investment in the local people and in preserving their forests through this research opportunity...
...spot, Obama's new Ed chief should expect to face a huge test right off in the contentious reauthorization of the federal No Child Left Behind act, considered to be one of the first priorities in Congress come January. Down the road, he or she can also plan to direct the founding of hundreds of new charter schools and the spread of universal pre-K nationwide, as well as a continued focus on increased accountability and a better trained teacher corps...
...Chen avoided controversy in the quick meeting by not using titles - China refers to Ma as "Taiwan's leader" and Taiwan says he's president. They affirmed the Nov. 4 trade pacts will take effect in 40 days, including an expansion of direct cross-strait flights, direct shipping and postal links, and increased cooperation on food safety in the wake of the recent melamine contaminations. Roughly five million Taiwanese travel to China each year, and the agreements are expected to reduce travel time and costs. Ma and Chen also agreed to meet once every six months and find ways...